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Chris. · 11-25-2012, 11:45 PM

Hello all I'm Chris I recently bought (August) a 50' 5 window 3100. I have all ways wanted one I have had other custom trucks in the past. I now look at them as practice for this truck I'm 28 and figured it may be time to build my forever truck before my 2 girls get older and have College and Weddings bills. I plan to do a Resto Mod of sorts I want the truck to look the mostly stock, but be bagged. I haven't decided for sure yet but i I'd like to use the stock engine and trans.

**oldman3** · 11-26-2012, 01:14 AM

Welcome to the group, looking forward to your build...Jim

xpickup · 11-26-2012, 08:51 AM

Chris., Welcome from PA. What are you going to do for the suspension? Sounds like a good project.

Shannon

Chris. · 11-26-2012, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by oldman3

Welcome to the group, looking forward to your build...Jim

Thanks a lot

Chris. · 11-26-2012, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by xpickup

Chris., Welcome from PA. What are you going to do for the suspension? Sounds like a good project.

Shannon

It's going to be bagged and I want to use the stock frame so I am trying to figure what I'm going to do for the front suspension, as far as the rear I'm going to use a s10 rear I think, and it's going to have a 4 link.

on a different not I've looked at your build threads your sheet metal work is awesome!

BILL48 · 11-26-2012, 10:09 PM

Looks like your off to a good start... will be watching your build...Bill

Chris. · 12-04-2012, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BILL48

Looks like your off to a good start... will be watching your build...Bill

Thanks, I hope to keep up a decent pace on the project.
I am going to go with a Scott's super slam IFS should be ordering it in the next few days

**CHIZZLER** · 12-09-2012, 07:58 PM

good luck with your build.i used a scotts setup on my burban and also on my 40 pickup.great stuff and very easy install.any questions let me know if i can help.

Chris. · 12-09-2012, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by CHIZZLER

good luck with your build.i used a scotts setup on my burban and also on my 40 pickup.great stuff and very easy install.any questions let me know if i can help.

Thanks man I just ordered it on the 6th as my anniversary(24th)/birthday(6th)/Christmas gift!! haha

Can't wait to get it

Chris. · 02-10-2013, 10:20 PM

got some stuff done finally, this x-member went in super easy and is the nicest aftermarket part I've ever ordered.

hardest part was cutting the frame for the rack notches because my plasma cutter is down currently

**oldman3** · 02-11-2013, 12:41 AM

Looks good....Jim

Chris. · 03-06-2013, 06:33 PM

Got my new rear, it,s from a 2000 4x4 blazer and has disk brakes. I'll be working on the 4 link next. I didn't know my buddy was taking pics on his phone while I was working these are a few.
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Chris. · 03-22-2013, 10:00 PM

Got the rear and torque tube out. Set the new blazer rear under the frame just to see it low. Then I popped the cab off to make space to work. I'll be setting the engine and new T5 trans in and notching the frame this weekend.
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Chris. · 03-22-2013, 10:02 PM

Sorry for the sideways pics I loaded them directly from my phone
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**oldman3** · 03-22-2013, 11:23 PM

Looking good...Jim

4DSEVEN · 03-23-2013, 06:04 AM

Off to a great start!

Chris. · 03-23-2013, 07:03 AM

Thanks guys
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Toytaco · 03-24-2013, 02:13 AM

Off to a good start! Can't wait to see this progress.

xpickup · 03-24-2013, 07:30 PM

Chris., Looks great. Those scotts crossmembesr are very nice. Looks like on to the rear next. Keep up the great work.

Shannon

rickerwill · 03-24-2013, 10:03 PM

I am looking forward to more progress on your project, Chris, and hope we all get to share in it. I am also at about the same stage as you with a '50 5-window my son and I are building. We did the Mustang II IFS (though not bagged) and mounted a Chevy 10-bolt on modern leaf springs. We have decided, though, to drop in a 350 crate and A/T to add to the driveability of the truck. Can't wait to see more photos!

*cleansquare* · 03-24-2013, 10:11 PM

Ready to watch the build!

Chris. · 03-24-2013, 11:32 PM

Thanks guys!

I got the T5 rigged up for mock up, got the notches built (still need to fish plate them) got them in place, I'll be welding them up in the next few days. I also found that I had to cut some of the trans x-member out to lay out the way I want, and after I box it in, it and the stock rear forward leaf spring mounts make perfect bump stops so that the running board mounts aren't holding the truck up.
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MrBeast · 03-24-2013, 11:54 PM

Cool build, I am on board.

xpickup · 03-25-2013, 07:40 AM

Chris., Looks like you are rolling right along. What type of 4 link are you putting in? Keep up the great work.

Shannon

**oldman3** · 03-25-2013, 09:31 AM

Nice....Jim

11-25-2012, 11:45 PM	#1
Chris. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: levittown pa Posts: 228	Chris.'s "new" 50 build Hello all I'm Chris I recently bought (August) a 50' 5 window 3100. I have all ways wanted one I have had other custom trucks in the past. I now look at them as practice for this truck I'm 28 and figured it may be time to build my forever truck before my 2 girls get older and have College and Weddings bills. I plan to do a Resto Mod of sorts I want the truck to look the mostly stock, but be bagged. I haven't decided for sure yet but i I'd like to use the stock engine and trans.

11-26-2012, 01:14 AM	#2
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Welcome to the group, looking forward to your build...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

11-26-2012, 08:51 AM	#3
xpickup Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: York, Pa. Posts: 1,386	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Chris., Welcome from PA. What are you going to do for the suspension? Sounds like a good project. Shannon __________________ 48 Panel Truck 1948 Chevy / S10 1954 Chevy / S10 1951 Chevy / C4 47 Step van Lowered 1996 Dually

11-26-2012, 10:09 PM	#6
BILL48 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Port Dover, Ontario Posts: 60	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Looks like your off to a good start... will be watching your build...Bill __________________ MY BUILD THREAD... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550025

12-09-2012, 07:58 PM	#8
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build good luck with your build.i used a scotts setup on my burban and also on my 40 pickup.great stuff and very easy install.any questions let me know if i can help. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

02-10-2013, 10:20 PM	#10
Chris. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: levittown pa Posts: 228	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build got some stuff done finally, this x-member went in super easy and is the nicest aftermarket part I've ever ordered. hardest part was cutting the frame for the rack notches because my plasma cutter is down currently

02-11-2013, 12:41 AM	#11
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Looks good....Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

03-06-2013, 06:33 PM	#12
Chris. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: levittown pa Posts: 228	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Got my new rear, it,s from a 2000 4x4 blazer and has disk brakes. I'll be working on the 4 link next. I didn't know my buddy was taking pics on his phone while I was working these are a few. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-22-2013, 10:00 PM	#13
Chris. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: levittown pa Posts: 228	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Got the rear and torque tube out. Set the new blazer rear under the frame just to see it low. Then I popped the cab off to make space to work. I'll be setting the engine and new T5 trans in and notching the frame this weekend. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-22-2013, 10:02 PM	#14
Chris. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: levittown pa Posts: 228	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Sorry for the sideways pics I loaded them directly from my phone Posted via Mobile Device

03-22-2013, 11:23 PM	#15
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Looking good...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

03-23-2013, 06:04 AM	#16
4DSEVEN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 239	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Off to a great start!

03-23-2013, 07:03 AM	#17
Chris. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: levittown pa Posts: 228	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Thanks guys Posted via Mobile Device

03-24-2013, 02:13 AM	#18
Toytaco Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Allen, TX Posts: 21	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Off to a good start! Can't wait to see this progress.

03-24-2013, 07:30 PM	#19
xpickup Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: York, Pa. Posts: 1,386	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Chris., Looks great. Those scotts crossmembesr are very nice. Looks like on to the rear next. Keep up the great work. Shannon __________________ 48 Panel Truck 1948 Chevy / S10 1954 Chevy / S10 1951 Chevy / C4 47 Step van Lowered 1996 Dually



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03-24-2013, 10:03 PM	#20
rickerwill Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Sparks/Reno, NV Posts: 26	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build I am looking forward to more progress on your project, Chris, and hope we all get to share in it. I am also at about the same stage as you with a '50 5-window my son and I are building. We did the Mustang II IFS (though not bagged) and mounted a Chevy 10-bolt on modern leaf springs. We have decided, though, to drop in a 350 crate and A/T to add to the driveability of the truck. Can't wait to see more photos! __________________ Papa's Truck - Tribute project underway '50 3100 with Mustang II front and 10-bolt Chevy on leaf springs Crate smallblock and 700R4

03-24-2013, 10:11 PM	#21
cleansquare Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: lumberton tx Posts: 575	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Ready to watch the build!

03-24-2013, 11:32 PM	#22
Chris. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: levittown pa Posts: 228	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Thanks guys! I got the T5 rigged up for mock up, got the notches built (still need to fish plate them) got them in place, I'll be welding them up in the next few days. I also found that I had to cut some of the trans x-member out to lay out the way I want, and after I box it in, it and the stock rear forward leaf spring mounts make perfect bump stops so that the running board mounts aren't holding the truck up. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-24-2013, 11:54 PM	#23
MrBeast high-Tech Red Neck Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Livingston, MT/On my boat WA/BC/AK Posts: 2,294	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Cool build, I am on board. __________________ "He used to be a pretty nice feller, now he's a welder!"

03-25-2013, 07:40 AM	#24
xpickup Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: York, Pa. Posts: 1,386	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Chris., Looks like you are rolling right along. What type of 4 link are you putting in? Keep up the great work. Shannon __________________ 48 Panel Truck 1948 Chevy / S10 1954 Chevy / S10 1951 Chevy / C4 47 Step van Lowered 1996 Dually

03-25-2013, 09:31 AM	#25
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: Chris.'s "new" 50 build Nice....Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

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